University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Program
About This Program
Our program is one of the older pediatric surgery training programs in the country, and was established in 1979. Our fellows receive a robust clinical experience with ample opportunities for academic enrichment. Our program is led by engaged and dedicated faculty who prioritize education, patient care and medical research.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Catherine Jane Hunter, MD, BS
OU Health Sciences Ctr
Primary Program Contact
Terrysa Nguyen, MD
Univ of Oklahoma Health Sciences Ctr
Locations
OU Health Sciences Ctr
2 NP Ste 2320
1200 Everrett Dr
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
940 Stanton L Young Blvd
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
1200 Children'S Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
940 Ne 13th St
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match (i.e., Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board, Military Selection Board)
- SAU/AU Match (i.e., Urology Match)
- None
Does not offer open house or second look
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- Letter from a department chair
- Program Director
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
PGY-1 Positions Not Offered
PGY-2 Positions Not Offered
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Interview Offer Dates
Jan 1, 2027 - Apr 30, 2027
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Disability insurance
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Salary Compensation
Year 6 through Year 7
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 15 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.